Music Festivals and Music Events in Michigan USA

January 9, 2010 (sat): Detroit Blues Society 2009 Detroit Blues Awards Ceremony and 25th Birthday Party - starting 9pm at Memphis Smoke: 100 Main Street, Royal Oak, MI. Free Admission. more info on DBS website

January 10, 2010 (sun): Detroit Blues Society International Blues Challenge Fundraiser - starting 3pm at Callahan's, 2105 South Blvd, Auburn Hills. $10 Admission and all proceeds go to the acts for their Memphis Trips. John Latini, Jake Bishop Band, The Crossroads Blues Band. more info on DBS website

January 14-15, 2010: (thurs-fri): 1st Annual Battle of the Fans - in West MI.
Come to the Whiskey Lounge and vote starting January 14 & 15, Adults 21 & up, $5 at the door, Prizes and Giveaways. Open to all local West Michigan bands and artists for a chance to showcase your music and talents. Gives your fans the opportunity to show their appreciation and vote for you to win! details at Paradox Promotions

January 15-16, 2010: (fri-sat): 16th Annual Anti-Freeze Blues Festival - in Ferndale (1 mile north of Detroit).
At the Magic Bag on Woodward Ave just north of 9 Mile Rd, ph# 248-544-1991. Doors open 7pm. Cost is $25 each day, portion of the proceeds benefits the Detroit Blues Society. tickets, directions, list of performers, click → Info

January 21, 2010 (thu): Mt Clemens Hip Hop Awards 2010 - at the Emerald Theatre, 31 N. Walnut, Mt. Clemens, MI (downtown Mt clemens). Doors at 5, show at 6pm-11pm, All Ages, $10 entry. Hosted by the Multitalented PeterP as he gives out coveted awards for Artist of the Year, Producer of the Year and more. Metro-Detroit artist performances and the show will be broadcasted LIVE at www.ustream.com/Studio57 with over 25,000 people watching and over 1000 in the building. for tickets, call 586-615-9239.

January 21-23, 2010 (thu-sat): Michigan Music Conference (MMC) - 5th Annual - in Grand Rapids (West MI).
official website: www.michiganmusicconference.org
Purpose of the conference is to provide an annual in-service opportunity for the professional development of Michigan music educators and to serve as a coordinating body for collaborative, inter-association initiatives in support of school music in Michigan.

January 22-23, 2010 (fri-sat): Cooper's Glen Music Festival - in Kalamazoo (West MI).
official website: www.coopersglen.com
approx 14 grassroots and acoustic performers, plus workshops and family activities. tickets $15 to $35.

January 29 - Feb 6, 2010: Ferndale Blues Festival - 9th Annual - in Ferndale (just north of Detroit).
official websites: www.ferndalebluesfestival.org and www.myspace.com/ferndalebluesfestival
Fest features "Live Blues" at many venues. On Friday and Saturday nights, there will be a shuttle bus running between all the venues. Festival donates proceeds to charity.

January 29-30, 2010: 33rd Ann Arbor Folk Festival - at Hill Auditorium in Ann Arbor.
official website: theark.org/ann_arbor_folk_festival.html
The Ark's largest annual fundraising event with some of the finest in traditional and contemporary artists. Each night will feature a blend of renowned and up-and-coming performers, providing audiences with the opportunity to hear popular artists working at the top of their field while discovering terrific new talent. All funds raised through the Festival benefit The Ark, Ann Arbor's non-profit home for folk, roots, and ethnic music.

January 30, 2010 (sat): Annual Bob Marley Birthday Bash - at the State Theatre in Kalamazoo. All Ages. Tickets can be purchased at the State Theatre or www.ticketmaster.com 269.373.7000.

February 3-7, 2010: 13th Annual Sphinx Competition and Finals Concert - in Ann Arbor and Detroit.
official information: www.sphinxmusic.org/programs/competition.html
Competition is open to all Junior High, High School, and College age Black and Latino string players residing in the U.S. The Finals Concert is hosted by the Detroit Symphony at the Max M. Fisher Music Center in Detroit.

February 5, 2010 (fri): Haiti Relief - a 12 Hour Open Mic with Live Worldwide Streaming - 4pm till 4am at the Phoenix Cafe in Hazel Park, located at 24918 John R Rd, Hazel Park, MI 48030 (just north of Detroit). Non-smoking, $5 Donation at the door. Show up and we will get you on. Please come out & play, sing, read poetry, perform magic or comedy, juggle or whatever else you may do. There is a full size piano on site. There will also be a Full KARAOKE system on site so ALL can be involved.

February 28, 2010 (sun): Entertainment Extravaganza Showcase - Free Admission. noon to 6 pm at UAW Local 735, 48055 Michigan Ave, Canton, MI (west of Detroit). Annual event featuring 2 stages of non-stop entertainment, variety of acts, great booking and networking opportunity. Everyone welcome! more info at Party Time Entertainment 734-620-0246 or www.partytimemusic.net

TBA 2010 (sat): Winners' Concert - Great Lakes Songwriting Contest 2008 - venue TBA, held last year at Trinity House Theatre in Livonia, MI (west of Detroit). located on 6 Mile Rd east of Haggerty Rd (near I-275). last year tickets were $12, $9 for members.

March 3-6, 2010 (wed-sat): Annual Metro Times Blowout - in Hamtramck (just north of Downtown Detroit).
official website: www.metrotimes.com/blowout
Probably the largest local music fest in the U.S., it showcases around 200 Michigan Music Artists at 15 venues over 4 nights. Tickets are wristbands, $20 each, advance or at the door. That one wristband will get you into each venue, every night including the Launch Party on wednesday at the Majestic Theatre and Magic Stick, located next to each other in Detroit. Thurs-Sat is all in Hamtramck. 2010 Schedule and Bands will be posted on website. Enjoy this All Local, Big-Time, Music Slavin', Venue Bar-Hopping good time! MUSICIANS NOTE: There is no fee for submitting a Blowout application.

March 13, 2010 (sat): Bluescasters CD Release Party - in Ann Arbor at Guy Hollerin's, which is inside the Ann Arbor Holiday Inn on Plymouth Road just west of US-23. We recorded our now released live CD at Hollerin's... and now we're gonna blow the proverbial doors offin da' joint with our CD Release Party! And if any of our musical friends come down... maybe we'll get them up on stage as well. www.thebluescasters.com

Detroit Music Awards 2010 (awards ceremony is April 16th)
Phase I - Submissions - Closed.
Phase II - Nominations - Closed
Phase III - Voting on Final Ballot for Winners - Started March 17, 2010. Log on to DMA website to cast your vote.

March 19-20, 2010 (wed-sat): WO-Stock 2010 Music Fest - in Holland (West Michigan).
official info: wostock.wordpress.com and coming soon:www.wostock.com
Annual event. Two nights, three stages, over 60 Bands, schedule posted. tickets single night $10, two nights $15.

March 19 through April 1, 2010: Assembly Line Concert II - Second Shift - in Ferndale (just north of Detroit).
official website: www.assemblylineconcert.com
240 W. Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI. "A 13 day, 312 hour, non-stop tribute to The American Worker and Manufacturing". In 2009, the Assembly Line Concert set a Guinness World Record for concert longevity, at 288 non-stop hours.

March 21, 2010 (sun): Trenton Roar on the River Battle of the Bands 2010 - in Southgate (Downriver Detroit).
official information: www.trentonroarontheriver.com/rock_the_river.htm
Held at Crystal Gardens, 16703 Fort Street, Southgate, MI. 734-285-2210. Tickets $8 in advance, $10 at door. Three BOTB winners will be determined by the Audience in addition to judges, so everyone's vote counts! The Finale for the winner will battle it out at the Rack and Roll in Riverview on June 11th. That winner will open main event on July 24th at Elizabeth Park, Trenton, MI.

April 10, 2010 (sat): Bands for Lincoln Park’s Historic Preservation - Bands from all over metro Detroit will entertain and raise money for Lincoln Park Preservation Alliance at the Lincoln Park Moose Lodge #1665, 1600 Fort Street, Lincoln Park. Admission is $10 Adult (18 and older) $15 Couple and $5.00 18 or less. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. The show will run from 4 to midnight with food available 5-8pm. Tickets can be purchased by calling 313-598-3137 or at the door.

April 16, 2010 (fri): Detroit Music Awards 2010 - DMA Ceremony & Show in Downtown Detroit.
official websites: www.detroitmusicawards.net and www.myspace.com/mcmf
Big Time Annual Awards Ceremony presented by the Motor City Music Foundation (MCMF). This night is all about meeting and congratulating our incredibly talented local musicians in grand style! It's a glorious night with award presentations, live performances, music biz movers and shakers in attendance, access to local music information. 2009 Ticket info - public invited general admission $20, up to $1,000 for a VIP table, details on website including scheduled performers and information for sponsorships and vendor booths. Held at The Fillmore Detroit, formerly the State Theatre.

April 17, 2010 (sat): Jake's Music Festival - annual benefit concert in Grand Rapids (West MI).
official web pages: www.jakesmusicfestival.blogspot.com and www.myspace.com/jakesmusicfestival
5pm-11pm. This six year old event is a benefit concert for the local chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). Show is Free, Donations to JDRF will be accepted, plus there is a silent auction. Bands are donating their time to this great cause. In the past, this event was held in the fall but in 2010 the festival moves to the spring. Jake’s Music Festival was started by Tom and Mary Scheidel of Rockford and named for their son Jake who was diagnosed with Type 1, also known as juvenile diabetes, 13 years ago when he was only six. Bring your family and friends. Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506.

April 23 to May 9, 2010: Gilmore Keyboard Festival - in West Michigan.
official websites: www.thegilmoreiscoming.com and www.gilmore.org/festival.asp
"The Gilmore's biennial festival presents two weeks of astonishing keyboard performances across West Michigan – a festival that celebrates the joy and power of music in concerts, recitals, chamber music performances, lectures, master classes, and film."

April 29-30 and May 1, 2010 (thu-sat): North American International Banjo Convention - at the Doubletree Hotel in Dearborn (west side of Detroit). information at: www.banjohangout.org and www.naibanjo.com

May 1, 2010 (sat): Annual Rock-N-Reggae Bash - at Salt River Acres in Oil City (Mid-MI, between Midland & Mt. Pleasant at 926 Greendale Rd, off M-20)
official websites: www.rocknreggae.net and www.rocknreggaebash.com
Tickets $25 advance, at the gate $40 (if available). Salt River Acres takes great pride in presenting the best in regional and national performers. Remember to bring chairs, coolers welcome, small personal grills only, bring sunscreen or suntan lotion and don’t forget its Michigan and can get cool in the evening, remember to bring warm clothes to put on when the sun goes down. Rental Trucks always welcome. No pets, furniture, fires, or large grills. Transportation available to and from event cheap for CMU students from Chippewa Cab. more info on websites or call 989-631-0817.

May 8-11 & 15-16, 2010: Bach Festival Week in Kalamazoo (West Michigan).
official information at www.kzoo.edu/bach/bachfestivalweek.htm

May 8, 2010: Elvis Tribute Night in Big Rapids - Tickets $15, show at 7pm at The Gate in Big Rapids. info at goelvis.org

May 14-16, 2010 (fri-sun): WYCD Detroit Downtown Hoedown - 28th Annual - in downtown Detroit.
official information including artist lineup will be on → wycd.com
Held at Hart Plaza, the 99.5 WYCD country music fest includes established & new artists "and is widely recognized as the largest Country Music show of its kind in the world."

May 14-16, 2010 (fri-sun): Annual Mayfest Bluegrass Music Festival in Lowell (West Michigan).
official information when posted: www.wmbma.org/events.html
Sponsored by West Michigan Bluegrass Music Association, it features a national act and some local and regional bluegrass groups, plus workshops. "There will be plenty of picking and grinning throughout the festival grounds all weekend. Our festival is known for some great parking lot picking and the pickin' can go on in fair weather or foul."

May 14, 2010 (fri): The Emerald Theatre and 89X Presents& Michigan Music Festival 2010 - 18 & older. details

May 22, 2010 (sat): MI Funk Concert - in Lansing.
official information: www.facebook.com/pages/MI-Funk/241537286190?ref=ts
2pm - 12am, Tickets $20, Must be 21. location: City Lot 56 - Corner of Grand River & Turner Street, Old Town Lansing, MI 48906. The producers of the Lansing Jazzfest & Old Town Bluesfest announce the first annual Mi FUNK. An incredible addition to the outdoor music scene in Lansing. It will feature 5 Michigan Old School FUNK bands, an expansive beverage tent highlighting Michigan beers and wine, local food vendors and the unmistakable sounds of FUNK beating through the streets of historic Old Town Lansing.

May 29-31, 2010 (sat-mon): Movement Electronic Music Festival (Movement 2010) - in Downtown Detroit at Hart Plaza.
official websites: www.movement.us and www.myspace.com/detroitmusicfest
Internationally recognized Annual Memorial Day weekend event produced by Paxahau. Fest will feature almost 100 artists on four stages. Early Bird Presale Tickets are $40. Movement is also known as "Detroit's Electronic Music Fest" and was formerly called "FUSE-in: Detroit's Electronic Movement" and "Detroit Techno Fest".

May 30, 2010 (sun): Now In Stereo – Movement 2010 Official Afterparty - at the Exodus Lounge, 529 Monroe St. (Greektown) Detroit, MI 48226. info on: www.disfresh.com/main/events/details/57-now-in-stereo.html. 7pm – 3:30am, Outdoor Rooftop + Indoor Lounge. Ages 18 to Enter, 21 + to Drink. Performers listed on info web page, so is link to buy tickets. HOUSE :: SPACE DISCO :: BALAERIC :: BOOGIE :: FUNK :: SOUL. Presented by: DISFRESH & DAE.

June 1, 2010: Band application deadline for LakeShore Fireworks Celebration - Battle of the Bands - July 1 & 2, 2010. No entry fee. 10 bands compete in preliminary round with top 3 bands advancing to the finals. Winning band to open for Teezer concert at Van Buren Park. For more information visit event website or www.partytimemusic.net

June 3-5 2010 (thu-sat): Jackson Blues Festival - in Jackson (south of Lansing, west of Ann Arbor)
two information pages: info 1 info 2
held at the Jackson County Airport, $2 Admission each day, brought to you by Slipped Disc Productions.

June 5-20, 2010: Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival - in Southeast Michigan.
official website: www.greatlakeschambermusic.com
14th season. two weeks, 20 concerts, various locations. "world-class musicians performing classical and contemporary chamber works in beautiful venues".

June 10-12, 2010 (thu-sat): Leslie Bluegrass Festival - at the Wheel Inn Campground (south of Lansing).
official website: www.marshallbluegrass.com/home22
17th Annual in 2010, at least 10 bands. tickets $15 to $30, children under 12 free with parents. camping available. 240 Fogg Rd, Leslie, MI.

June 11-13, 2010 (fri-sun): Nor-East'r Music & Arts Festival - 8th Annual - in Mio (southeast of Gaylord).
official website: www.noreastr.net
annual event. tickets cost $10 to $50, depending on day or weekend passes, bought in advance, etc. Presented by the AuSable Valley Nor-East'r Association of Folk (AVNAF).

June 11, 2011 (sat): FreeMusic Fest 4 - in Freeland (Mid/East MI).
official website: www.theFreeMusicFest.com
10 Bands plus solo artists between sets, Noon till dark. Tittabawassee Park, 9200 Midland Rd, Freeland MI. FreeMusic Festival is an all original, FREE admission, music and arts celebration bringing you the best local original music along with art and food vendors, kids activities and more! Bring your family, bring a cooler and spend a day in the park with us…

June 17-19, 2010 (thu-sat): Island Festival - in Kalamazoo (south of Grand Rapids).
official websites: www.islandfestkalamazoo.com and www.myspace.com/islandfestival
15th annual in 2010, reggae music. The Island Festival presents international, national, regional, and local talent and is the largest celebration of the Caribbean culture in Michigan.

June 18-20, 2010 (fri-sun): Music at Belleville National Strawberry Festival - in Belleville (west of Detroit).
official website: www.nationalstrawberryfest.com
annual event. Downtown area has 3 stages of live entertainment. Variety of local bands and artists are featured and their schedules will be posted, plus "Strawberry Idol" singing competition.

June 19-20, 2010 (thu-sat): Hot Blues and BBQ / Detroit Blues Challenge 2010 - in Oxford (north of Detroit).
official website: www.hotbluesandbbq.com
5th annual, Free Admission Both Days. 3 events starting with the kickoff concert on Friday evening, followed by Detroit Blues Challenge starting at noon on Saturday, and the core festival beginning at 4pm on Saturday. Event is part of a series of competitions in which winning acts advance to the next round, with the ultimate goal of sending one band from Metro Detroit to the National Blues Competition in Memphis, Tenn.

June 19, 2010 (sat): Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival - in Brethren, MI (northwest lower peninsula).
official web page: www.spiritofthewoods.org/festival.html
Annual, Free Admission.

June 24-26, 2010 (thur-sat): Charlotte Bluegrass Festival - in Charlotte (lower Mid-MI).
official website: www.wilderbluegrassfestival.com/charlotte.htm
38th annual in 2010. "The Oldest Continuous Bluegrass Festival in Michigan". tickets $35 to $65 per-person, children under 12 free with parents. camping available. Eaton County Fairgrounds, S Cochran St., Charlotte, MI.

June 24-27, 2010 (thu-sun): "Above The Bridge" Songwriters Weekend - in the U.P.
official information: Erickson Center for the Arts
Offers songwriters, musicians and music lovers alike, not only three days of great food, a cozy atmosphere and an inviting place to lay a weary head, but it is also be a weekend of songwriting, open-stage time, musical workshops, performances, good times.

June 24-27, 2010 (thu-sun): St. Stan's A.C. Polish Festival - in Bay City (East/Mid MI). enjoy Polish Music (live bands) at "Michigan's largest Polish Festival"

June 24 - July 4, 2010: Muskegon Summer Celebration - in Muskegon (West Michigan).
official website: www.summercelebration.com
Annual music fest. "11-day all star music extravaganza complete with family fun for all ages." 11-day passes $129, 10-day pass $90+. National and local music acts.

June 25-26, 2010 (fri-sat): Alpena Blues Festival - Annual - in Alpena (northeast lower peninsula).
official website: www.alpenablues.com
At the Alpena County Fairgrounds which has a covered stage & grandstand, also has camping sites.

June 25-27, 2010 (fri-sun): Jam Dam Jamboree Music Fest - in Wilson (southwest U.P., near Escanaba).
official website: www.jamdammusic.com
Camping $40, weekend pass 13+ $30 (0-13 free), Day pass $20. N14144 Co Rd 551, Wilson, MI 49896. phone 906-639-2422. List of bands with performing schedule is posted on website.

June 26, 2010 (sat): Scottville Music Festival - in Scottville (West MI, southwest of Traverse City).
official website: www.scottvillemusicfestival.com
3rd Annual. Festival will highlight musical talent of Mason County and Michigan with different styles from jazz and country to rock, music headliner is The Verve Pipe. There is something for everyone including a Farmers’ Market and Craft Show, children’s games and inflatable’s, a 5k Run, local food vendors, appearances by governor, congressional, and local political candidates, and the Bells Beer Garden where they will unveil their "Pool Side Ale". tickets $10 to $50.

June 26, 2010 (sat): White’s Bar Summer Music Fest A-Go-Go! - in Saginaw (East MI).
official website: www.whitesmusicfest.com
held at White’s Bar – 2609 State Street, Saginaw, MI. 4th Annual, 2pm – 2am, 12 bands, Tickets only $5. for more information and list of bands, visit the website.

June 26, 2010 (sat): Thrive Music Festival and Carnival - in Farmington Hills (just northwest of Detroit).
official website: www.thrivefest.com
Bands for all ages. Free Admission and Parking, Skate Boarding, organized activities. on 8 Mile east of I-275.

June 26-27, 2010 (sat-sun): Jazzin' on Jefferson - 7th Annual - in Detroit (near Grosse Pointe Park).
official website: www.jazzinonjefferson.com
6th Annual. Street festival featuring three stages of entertainment, mostly jazz and blues.

TBA 2010 (sat): Annual Benefit Concert for Summer Wind Farms Animal Sanctuary - in Brown City (bottom of Thumb). information: www.swfsanctuary.org
Annual family friendly tour & concert fundraiser. Cost is $15 per-person, kids under 10 get in free. "Our facility sits on 140 acres and is home to over 200 animals. We are a non-profit, USDA Licensed sanctuary for exotic birds, animals and reptiles."

Rothbury Music Festival Cancelled for 2010
official website: www.rothburyfestival.com
Held at the Double JJ Ranch in Rothbury (Western MI). Many music genres, national and local music acts.

Music at Detroit Festival of the Arts not in 2009, might be back in 2010.
official website: www.detroitfestival.com - skipping 2009 due to major construction in the area.

July 1 & 2, 2010:LakeShore Fireworks Celebration - Battle of the Bands - Band application deadline: June 1, 2010. No entry fee. Preliminary round on Thursday, July 1 from 5-11 PM, Final round on Friday, July 2 from 10 PM - Midnight. 10 bands compete in preliminary round with top 3 bands advancing to the finals. Winning band to open for Teezer concert at Van Buren Park on August 27, 2010. For more information visit event website or www.partytimemusic.net

July 1-4, 2010 (thu-sun): Cedar Polka Fest - in Cedar (Northwest MI).
A four-day party with hearty food, drink and continuous polka music and dancing. Admission $5 to $20, ages 12 and under are free when accompanied by parent. info 1 info 2.

July 2-5, 2010 (fri-mon): Stars and Stripes Festival - in Mount Clemens (northeast of Detroit).
official websites: www.starsandstripesfest.com | Facebook
FREE admission. Music Performances by national and local bands, over 75 performances, four stages. Plus there's art, fireworks and more.

July 3, 2010 (sat): Sand Lake Blues Fest - 1st Annual - in National City (East MI).
official website: www.sandlakebluesfest.com
Noon - 10pm at the Sand Lake Men's Association Pavilion, 4095 Indian Lake Rd, National City, MI - 10 miles west of the Tawas area. 5 bands, scheduled headliner is Larry Lee and the Back in the Day Band. Food concessions, beer/wine and soft drinks available. $10 admission button available at the gate or select locations prior to the fest.

July 8-10, 2010 (thu-sat): Kalamazoo Blues Festival (KBF) in Kalamazoo (West MI).
official web page: www.kvba.org/blog/?page_id=206
2 stages, 23 acts, national acts and the regions best blues talent. Put on by the Kalamazoo Valley Blues Association (KVBA), held at the Arcadia Festival Site. Fest held annually in July. Three-day passes are $20 in advance (a savings of $11 over purchase-per-day gate cost).

July 8-10, 2010 (thu-sat): Idlewild Music Fest - 7th Annual - in Idlewild (Northwest MI).
official information on: www.iaacc.com
Music, food and vendors. Gospel, Jazz, etc. Tickets $15 to $25, children under 12 free. info: 231-745-7724.

July 8-11, 2010 (thu-sun): Uncle Sam Jam - in Woodhaven (Downriver, south of Detroit).
info currently at: www.funfestinc.com/new/bbq - future website: www.unclesamjamfest.com
FREE Concerts include national music entertainment each night with Eddie Money (fri) and Confederate Railroad (sat). Held at Civic Center Park, see website for full details.

July 9-10, 2010 (fri-sat): Michigan Elvisfest - in Ypsilanti.
official website: www.mielvisfest.org
Annual event. Tickets: Friday (5 PM to Midnight): $15 per person, Saturday (Noon to Midnight): $20 per person, Children 12 years and under admitted free. Discount tickets will be available online. "One of The Largest Elvisfest Concerts in North America! This not a contest but a true concert with spectacular performances, from the first act to the last act, by the best professional Elvis Tribute Artists in North America." includes local.

July 9-11, 2010 (fri-sun): Blissfest - 30th Annual - in Harbor Springs (northwest tip of lower peninsula).
details on: www.blissfest.org
Folk, Roots and World Music Festival, all ages. Event is a showcase of the many musical styles that define American roots and world music. Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun, Celtic, Folk, Jazz, Latin, Ethnic, World music and dance. 3 stages, 4 workshop areas, organized children's activities, a variety of food concessions and a juried arts and crafts show. Tickets $25 to $95, camping available at extra cost.

July 10, 2010 (sat): Music at Michigan Vet Fest - at Dearborn Elks Club Post 1945 (west side of Detroit).
official websites: www.michiganvetfest.org and www.myspace.com/vetfest
Michigan Veterans Festival starts at noon. Free admission, 100% of proceeds goes to help veterans in need. Fest 2010 features at least 14 Live bands on 2 stages, many special guests, Ceremonies honoring Michigan Veterans, Prizes, raffles, giveaways, the Michigan Harley Riders Bike Run Cruisin Michigan Ave, more. Elks Club is located at 25000 Michigan Ave, between Telegraph Rd and Beech Daly.

July 10, 2010 (sat): 101 WRIF Battle of the Bands - at The Ritz rock bar in Warren (just north of Detroit). 24300 Hoover Rd, Warren, MI 48089. MC is Screamin' Scott of WRIF - The Riff

July 12-18, 2010 (mon-sun): Common Ground Music Festival - in downtown Lansing.
official website: www.commongroundfest.com
Annual event. "The featured component of Common Ground - top-shelf, national musical performers - will occupy two (2) main stages each night. Keeping with the design of the event, the headline shows will spotlight numerous contemporary musical formats including: Country, Classic Rock, New Rock and R&B. While the best available national talent will top-off each night of the festival, a variety of local, regional and other national performers will ignite other festival stages with non-stop music of all kinds throughout the Festival."

July 15-17, 2010 (thu-sat): Beaver Island Music Festival - on Beaver Island, near Charlevoix.
official website: www.beaverislandmusicfestival.com
11+ music artists. festival promotes variety and tradition of all music and art. camping available. tickets are required and available online, advance discount tickets available, camping-shuttle-ferry-air tickets also available online.

July 15-18, 2010 (thu-sun): International Maritime Music Festival - in Bay City (East/Mid MI).
official web page: tallshipcelebration.com/category/maritime-music-festival
Part of the Tall Ship Celebration. "An event within the event, the International Maritime Music Festival is a celebration of the music of the sea and the 'chanteys' that helped crews work in unison while toiling aboard squarerigged ships during the Age of Sail. Rarely used as work songs today, the sea chantey remains much loved by modern sailors and folk musicians alike. Tall Ship Celebration's International Maritime Music Festival showcases some of the best chantey musicians from around the world and from our own backyard!"

July 16, 2010 (fri): 89X Birthday Bash - at The Fillmore Detroit. Featured bands are Sublime with Rome, The Dirty Heads. info on: www.89xradio.com

July 16-18, 2010 (fri-sun): Concert of Colors - Annual Diversity Festival - in Detroit.
official website: www.concertofcolors.com
18th annual FREE musical celebration of metro Detroit's cultural diversity returns for 2010 with a new, second venue at the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) and new activities for all ages. Features musical acts from around the world including Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Don Was Detroit All-Star Revue featuring 15 classic and contemporary Detroit music acts, a wide range of global musical styles such as Asian rock and soul, Native American folk, traditional African, R&B/soul, Mexican folk and more. Presented by the Arab American National Museum, New Detroit, Detroit Symphony Orchestra, ACCESS, and the DIA.

July 16-18, 2010 (fri-sun): Hiawatha Traditional Music Festival - in Marquette (U.P.).
official website: www.hiawathamusic.org
32nd Annual. "Event features traditional-music styles that include bluegrass, old-time, Cajun, Celtic, acoustic blues and folk - including singer/songwriters - and dance. Mainstage acts include nationally known performers as well as regional and local favorites. The Festival also has special areas for children and teens with organized activities and performances designed for those age groups."

July 17, 2010 (sat): Flint Motorcycle Club Music Fest 2010 - in Otisville (next to Flint).
info page: flintmotorcycleclub.com/MusicFestPage2010.html
Admission for 21 & Over is $6, ages 18-20 is $12. FMC event features local Michigan bands, vendors and concessions, plus beer.

July 18, 2010 (sun): Michigan Jazz Festival - in Livonia at Schoolcraft College (west of Detroit).
official website: michiganjazzfestival.homestead.com
noon to 9:30pm. annual event features real jazz, not "pop crossover" stuff. Held on the 3rd Sunday in July.

July 22-24, 2010 (thu-sat): Marshall Bluegrass Festival - in Marshall at the Calhoun County Fairgrounds.
official website: www.marshallbluegrass.com/home2
10+ bands, band scramble, more. tickets $15 to $30, Children under 12 Free w/parents. camping available.

July 23-25, 2010 (fri-sun): Land Of NOD Experiment - in Jackson (lower MI, south of Lansing).
official website: www.noomoonlandofnod.com
Almost 90 music acts. single day and weekend tickets available, prices keep increasing as you get closer to start of festival.

July 23-25, 2010 (fri-sun): Music at St. Clair Riverfest - in St. Clair (north of Detroit).
official website: www.stclairriverfest.com    FREE admission.

July 23-25, 2010 (fri-sun): Metro Jazz Fest 2010 - in Warren (just north of Detroit).
official website: www.metrojazzfest.com
Free Admission (but parking is $10). Three-day musical extravaganza with live entertainment that will encompass a variety of musical styles from Jazz, R&B and Motown. Held on the South Campus of Macomb Community College located at 12 Mile Rd and Hayes Rd.

July 24, 2010 (sat): Corktown Music Festival - 3rd Annual - in Detroit.
official website www.corktownmusicfestival.com
Held at Roosevelt Park in front of Michigan Central Station. Understanding to Detroit's plight, the festival is dedicated to remaining free and open to the public. The objective is to bring together Detroit and the metro Detroit area by offering them a free day of music, dance, art, food, and fun. 3 Stages with a numerous variety of Musicians, Djs, Artists and Performers.

July 28-30, 2010 (wed-fri): 32nd Annual Salt River Bluegrass Festival - at Salt River Acres in Oil City (Mid-MI, between Midland & Mt. Pleasant at 926 Greendale Rd, off M-20)
official websites: www.saltriveracres.net and www.saltriverbluegrass.com
Annual event at Salt River Acres Campground. Tickets are $45 in advance of the event. Daily Tickets available at the gate. Salt River Acres takes great pride in presenting the best in regional and national performers. Hot Showers, Flush Toilets, Power & Water Hook-ups, Children’s Playground, Workshops, Parkin’ Lot Pickin’, Children’s Activities, Musician Workshops. Remember to bring chairs, coolers welcome. more info on websites or call 989-631-0817.

July 30-31, 2010 (fri-sat): Heatstock - Blues Festival and BBQ - in Fostoria (near Lapeer, northwest of Detroit).
for information (when available): No Cover Productions. tickets $40 to $60. approximately 13 blues acts, plus jam sessions, lots of food. camping available.

July 30-31, 2010 (fri-sat): Flint Folk Music Festival - 11th Annual - in Flint - FFMS Festival 2010 Info - Free Admission.

TBA 2010 (sat): Suttons Bay Blues Festival - in Suttons Bay (northwest lower peninsula).
official website: www.suttonsbaybluesfestival.com additional info suttonsbayarea.com
noon till 9pm. tickets $20 in advance, $25 at gate.

July 29 - Aug 1, 2010 (thur-sun): Woodtick Music Festival - in the U.P.
official website: www.woodtickfestival.com
Annual. "Woodtick Music Festival is a home-grown, Upper Peninsula style shindig featuring a variety of regional and not so regional bands who all have one thing in common .... they're damn good!"

July 30 - August 1, 2010 (thu-sun): Novi Palooza - Beer, Bands & BBQ - in Novi (northwest of Detroit).
official website: www.novipalooza.com
Entertainment from all genres of music and local groups, plus Fireworks, Millionaire's Tent, car show, crafts show, games, and more. No price for parking or admittance, only charge will be $5 to enter the Entertainment Tent on Friday and Saturday nights. Held at the Rock Financial Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48374.

TBA 2010 (fri-sat): Saugatuck-Douglas Jazz Festival - in West MI.
official website: www.s-djazz.com
Tickets $20 to $70 per-person, depending on venue, jazz performers, or combo tickets. List of performers and schedule are posted on website.

August 3-8, 2010 (tue-sun): Michigan Womyn's Music Festival - in Northern Michigan.
official website: www.michfest.com
Intergenerational tribe of womyn annually come together to make music, art, performance and community. Every womon who attends the festival does a community services workshift. tickets are $65 to $550, depending on number of days, advance or at gate.

August 5-7, 2010 (thur-sat): Sterlingfest Art and Music Fair in Sterling Heights (just north of Detroit). Features continuous entertainment throughout the day and nightly concerts on three sound stages - the Main Stage, Sterling Heights Firefighters Jazz & Blues Court, and Suds and Sounds. Event also has a family midway, Kidzfest Tent, juried arts and crafts fair, Restaurant Row.

August 6-7, 2010 (fri-sat): Riverfolk Music & Arts Festival - in Manchester (a little southwest of Ann Arbor).
official website: www.riverfolkfestival.org
8th Annual. "Known for its peaceful atmosphere, this award-winning festival of traditional folk, bluegrass and world music continues to evolve, and features new creative artists, an array of music and dance workshops, giant mural paintings, stage shows and wonders for the kids that include instrument-making, face painting, water maze, more. Festival will also be kicking off its first annual Old-Time Fiddle Competiton. Night before is Riverfolk Unplugged, an opportunity to mingle with festival artists and performers during this outdoor pre-festival dance and dinner party."

August 6-7, 2010 (fri-sat): Michigan Roots Jamboree - in Ypsilanti (west of Detroit, near Ann Arbor).
official website: www.rootsjamboree.com
"Outdoor music and art festival showcasing the finest talent the midwest has to offer. This exciting, family-friendly camping event will bring together both local and regional acts on two stages in beautiful Riverside Park in Ypsilanti, Michigan. From rock to bluegrass to jazz and funk, The Michigan Roots Jamboree has over 25 acts providing something for everyone to enjoy." scheduled performers are listed on website. Tickets range from $50 (for weekend and camping) to $15 (single day pass).

August 6-7, 2010 (fri-sat): Memphis Blues Festival Michigan - in Memphis, MI (southwest of Port Huron, northeast of Detroit).
official website: memphisbluesmi.com/wordpress
MBMI 3rd year in 2010. Approximately 12 blues performers, fireworks on Saturday.

August 6-8, 2010 (fri-sun): Dunegrass - in Empire (northwest lower peninsula).
official website: www.dunegrassmusicfestival.org
18th year. The Sleeping Bear Dunegrass Festival has 32 bands, camping, food and beverage and local arts and crafts. Lineup amd musician info is on website, styles are roots, acoustic, cajun, blues, some others. Early Bird tickets are $59.95 each, much higher at the gate. More than 20 acres of property for parking. Camping is $25 for the entire weekend.

August 6-8, 2010 (fri-sun): Bluegrass In The Park - in Atlanta, MI (northeast lower peninsula)
official website: www.bluegrassinthepark.com
At Briley Township Park on the Thunder Bay River. "All bluegrass musicians welcome!" Entry charge for spectators is a free will donation to the Festival Fund to help with expenses, bring your own lawn chair. Vendors with music wares welcome. Features individual competitions (with cash prizes) in guitar, banjo, fiddle and mandolin; band competition and band scramble, parkin' lot pickin' all weekend. Held annualy on the first full weekend in August rain or shine.

August 6-8, 2010 (fri-sun): Music at Lebfest - Lebanese Festival in Northville (northwest of Detroit).
official website: www.lebanesefestival.org
Baalbeck-style concert on the main stage (bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on) and other live entertainment. plus Authentic Lebanese Cuisine, International Artisans, Ethnic Bazaar & Market, Cultural Displays, more.

August 7, 2010 (sat): Great Lakes Irish Music Festival - in Comstock Park (West MI).
official website: www.greatlakesirishmusicfestival.com
Location: Fifth Third Ballpark, 4500 West River Dr, Comstock Park, MI 49321. phone 616-784-4131. Come enjoy great music, gourmet Irish food, vendors and the Art at the Ballpark art fair. Rebel Songs to Celtic Rock. Tickets $12 for adults, $1 for children 3-12.

August 7, 2010 [tentative](sat): Flint Rock Fest - in Flint.
official websites: www.flintrockfest.com and myspace.com/flintfest - also see: 2010 info on geneseefun.com
A FREE, all ages rockin' family event with around 16 bands, held at Kearsley Park, 900-971 Kearsley Park Blvd, Flint, MI 48503, from noon-10pm then the afterparty. This is a rain or shine, no alcohol event (drinking starts at the after party).

August 12-15, 2010 (thu-sun): Farmfest 2010 - in Johannesburg (northern lower peninsula).
official website: www.farm-fest.com
Annual four day traditional music festival, a musician's playground. Gates open on Thursday. Main stage music begins on Friday. Drum Kiva, Fire circle jams, Parkin lot pickin, candle light labryinth walk, 2nd stage open mic, Blow your Face off harmonica contest, dances till 2am, kids stuff, workshops, great food, sacred land. Admission will be by donation ($50 suggested by not requierd).

August 12-14, 2010 (thu-sat): Unity Festival - 10th Anniversary (Unity Christian Music Festival) - in West MI.
official website: sites.advancedministry.com/unitymusicfestival     tickets $10.

August 12-14, 2010 (thu-sat): Milan Bluegrass Festival - 13th Annual - in Milan (lower Southeast MI).
official website: www.wilderbluegrassfestival.com/milan.htm
tickets $35 to $65 per-person, children under 12 free with parents, advance tickets available.

August 12-17, 2010 (thu-tue): Frankenmuth Summer Music Fest - in Frankenmuth (East/Mid MI).
official information: www.frankenmuthfestivals.com/index.php/summer-music-fest
Annual festival. first 3 days will feature music by some of the nations finest polish style bands. second 3 days will feature some of the finest German, Slovenian and American style bands.

August 13-14, 2010 (fri-sat): CowPie Blues Festival - in Alaska, MI (a little southeast of Grand Rapids).
official website: www.cowpiebluesfestival.com
many bands, presented by the Michigan Heritage Music Association, "The CowPie", is now a two day annual event ending on the second Saturday in August. Music, crafts, food and camping. Festival is held on a forty acres farm, tents are brought in, no pets allowed, tickets available June 1st, ranging from $15 to $55. Kids 13 and under free. Camping is free with a weekend ticket.

August 13-15, 2010 (fri-sun): Great Lakes Folk Festival - in East Lansing.
official website: www.greatlakesfolkfest.net
annual festival. free. "includes 100 musicians or dancers in groups who perform at least twice and sometimes as many as four times over the weekend, traditional and other food vendors, craft vendors and many other individual artists/demonstrators. There are five performance stages (including one with a 2,400 sq. ft. dance floor), ..."

August 13-15, 2010 (fri-sun): Grand Marais Music and Arts Festival - 29th Annual - in the U.P. (upper peninsula)
official website: grandmaraismichigan.com/MusicFestival/index.htm
Bluegrass, Blues, Classic Rock, Americana, Rockabilly, Jazz/Rock, Acoustic, more. An open mic second stage, artisans, food vendors, fun for the whole family, on-site camping available. Tickets at the gate: $10 to $35, Children 12 and under Free when accompanied by an adult, camping extra.

August 13-15, 2010 (fri-sun): Music at Milford Memories Summer Festival - in Milford (northwest of Detroit).
entertainment and music info on: www.milfordmemories.com/1/mm/entertainment.asp
annual festival with over 200,000 attendees. variety of events and activities.

August 13-22, 2010: Cheeseburger in Caseville - 12th Annual - (Caseville is in Michigan's thumb).
official website: www.cheeseburgerincaseville.org [info 2]
Caseville is transformed into Key North for this 10 days festival that celebrates the lifestyle and music made popular by Jimmy Buffett. Adults and kids alike will enjoy the music of over a dozen performers and bands. Event features the "Parade of Tropical Fools", Best Cheeseburger Contest, more.

August 14, 2010 (sat): Dirt Fest 14 Music and Culture Festival - at Birch Run Expo Center (north of Flint).
official website: www.dirtfest.com
Annual festival, many bands, 4 stages "celebrating a collaboration of MANY different styles of music. Metal, punk, alternative, emo, hip-hop, hardcore, grind, indie, pop, and more showcasing the progression of established favorites, while giving amazing up-and-comers a chance to make their mark." tickets $20 in advance, $29 at the gate.

August 15, 2010 (sun): Harsens Island Bluegrass Festival - in East Michigan.
no website. Roots Music Festival at the Harsens Island Schoolhouse Grille. 5 Bluegrass Bands, Admission $20. contact Kate Hart 810-748-3204.

August 19-22, 2010 (thu-sun): The Majestic Annual F*CKing Awesome Fest - in Detroit.
info when posted:   facebook    majesticdetroit.com/awesome    The Majestic
Held at The Majestic Entertainment Center on Woodward Ave. 50 Bands, four stages.

August 20-22, 2010 (fri-sun): Hoxeyville Music Festival - in Wellston, MI.
official website: www.hoxeyville.com
3 day event featuring many state, regional and national acts with rustic camping sites for RV's and campers, food and craft vendors, kids area with special music and crafts, canoe trips, music workshops given by many of the performers and an open mic stage all in a beautiful north woods setting.

August 21, 2010 (sat): Lansing Bless Fest - in Lansing.
official website: www.mediamessengers.org/blessfest.html
6th Annual, 2 stages, Free Admission. Variety Music Concert Festival includes Christian Gospel and Contemporary Rock, plus Country, Hip-Hop, Alternative, Jazz, Blues, more. 12:30pm to 8:30pm at Adado Riverfront Park. List of performers will be posted.

August 26-29, 2010 (thu-sun): Midland Folk Music Festival - in Midland (Mid-MI).
info at: www.folkmusicsociety.org/festival
17th Annual in 2010, The Folk Music Society of Midland is hosting a Gathering of Folk musicians, Traditional dancers and Folk Music enthusiasts at the Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Rd., Midland, MI. It is a complete "folk music experience" with Stage Shows. Admission fees are $7 per person or $20 per family for all four days. Camping sites are available at the Fairgrounds for $17 per night with electricity. The Folk Music Society invites musicians of all levels, from beginners to advanced, to bring their acoustic instruments and join the festivities. Lots of jamming and open stage opportunities all weekend. Over 70 workshops included with the price of admission... Banjo, Guitar, Fiddle, Bass, Mandolin, Dobro, Autoharp, Hurdy Gurdy, Concertina, Ukelele, Whistle, Hammered Dulcimer, Mountain Dulcimer, Dance and Performance. For more information, visit website or call (989) 892-4672 or (989) 839-5829.

August 27-28, 2010 (fri-sat): Traverse City Summer Microbrew & Music Festival - (northwest MI).
information on: www.porterhouseproductions.com
150+ Craft Brews and lots of music. Held at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons. tickets $30 to $50 in advance, additional $1 added to each ticket, at the door add $5 more.

August 27-29, 2010 (fri-sun): Porcupine Mountains Music Festival - in the U.P. (upper peninsula)
official websites: www.porkiesfestival.org and www.myspace.com/porkiesfestival
Held in the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Annual festival "will feature folk, blues, bluegrass and contemporary music from top-class nationally touring artists as well as up and coming Michigan artists. 1,250 people per day will get to hear the over 30 artists who will appear on our outdoor stages." Tickets one day to weekend full price is $35 to $90. However, there are advance ticket discounts, seniors and children discounts.

August 27-29, 2010 (fri-sun): Blues By The Bay - 9th Annual - in East Tawas (Lake Huron shoreline, East MI).
official website: www.bluesbythebaytawas.com
Three day blues festival presented by the Tawas Bay Blues Society (TBBS). Admission $10, includes all 3 days, children under 10 free. Performance Schedule will be on website.

August 28, 2010 (sat): Sun Dried Music Festival - in Mason (near Lansing, Mid MI).
info to be posted on: www.masondda.com/Sun-Dried.html
Noon to 10pm, Free Admission. Food, vendors, beer tent, activities for kids during the day. contact Marco Broggio at 586-344-7571.

August 28, 2010 sat): Geek Aid Music & Art Fest - in Grand Rapids (West Michigan).
official website: myspace
Free Event open to all. Features a family-oriented activity with an eclectic mix of musicians, artists, beer tent, more. All proceeds will go to support education through the Geek Aid Scholarship Fund.

August 28-29, 2010 (sat-sun): Music at the Peoples Arts Festival - in Detroit.
website: www.peoplesartsfestival.com
3rd annual in 2009. Free Admission, Over 40 Bands and Performers at this festival devoted to all aspects of the art community, encompassing art, music, film and the rebirth of Detroit. held at the Russell Industrial Center.

September 3-6, 2010 (fri-mon): Detroit Jazz Fest - DJF - 31st Annual - on the Downtown Detroit Riverfront.
official website: www.detroitjazzfest.com
Detroit International Jazz Festival at Hart Plaza. Free Admission, Six stages, Jazz & American music.

September 3-6, 2010 (fri-mon): Arts, Beats & Eats Festival in Royal Oak (just north of Detroit).
official website: www.artsbeatseats.com
Annual fest, $2 Admission each day. Oakland County's Summer Festival, 150+ music acts, 150 artists, many restaurants. held every Labor Day Weekend. Festival moves from Pontiac to Royal Oak in 2010.

September 4, 2010 (sat): Thumbfest - in Lexington (in Michigan's Thumb).
[date] general info - multiple stages and a dance hall.

September 4-5, 2010 (sat-sun): Marquette Area Blues Fest - in Marquette (U.P., upper peninsula)
official website: www.marquetteareabluessociety.org with festival info
Marquette Area Blues Society (MABS) Annual Blues Festival in the Upper Peninsula includes 10 scheduled main performances, music workshops, dance workshops, post-festival parties. Tickets (2009): Daily $25 (gate only), weekend $40 available till Aug 29th, children 14 and under free.

September 10-12, 2010 (fri-sun): Wheatland Music Festival - Annual - in Remus (Mid-Michigan).
official website: www.wheatlandmusic.org
Festival held the first weekend after Labor day in September. 160-acre festival site, juried arts and crafts show, raffle, children's activities, teen and young adult activities, instrument and dance workshops, music, food. Impromptu jam sessions can be found throughout the campgrounds all weekend long. Weekend tickets sold in advance only, Sunday only tickets are available at the gate.

September 11, (sat): Dally in the Alley - Music - in Detroit.
official website: www.dallyinthealley.com
33rd in 2010. 4 stages featuring many styles of music, plus a local artists gallery.

September 11, 2010 (sat): Annual Smokin' Jazz & Barbecue Blues Festival - in Downtown Brighton (northwest of Detroit). information when available: Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce 2010 info
Free Admission. "Not only does this event bring you authentic jazz, blues and zydeco, but it also offers some of the tastiest barbecue this side of the Mason/Dixon line."

September 11, 2010 (sat): 14th Annual City of Auburn Hills Parade of Stars Bluegrass Festival - (north of Detroit).
information on: www.auburnhills.org
noon to 7:30pm, Free Admission - but donations will be accepted to offset festival expenses. Held in the Civic Center Park, near the Auburn Hills Community Center at 1827 N. Squirrel Road. An all-day concert showcasing four popular, nationally acclaimed bluegrass bands and those representing the next generation of Bluegrass.

September 16-18, 2010 (thu-sat): Pickin' on Cystic Fibrosis - at KC campground in Milan (lower southeast MI).
official websites: www.pickinoncf.com and www.myspace.com/pickinoncf     general info: www.letsrockcf.org
Starting in 2010, Pickin' on CF changes from a one day concert to a three day festival. Enjoy great bluegrass music and benefit Cystic Fibrosis research at the same time. Tickets/Admission TBA.

September 17-19, 2010 (fri-sun): Michigan Irish Music Festival - in Downtown Muskegon (West Michigan).
official website: www.michiganirish.org
Festival features an outstanding line-up of music on 3 stages, an Irish Pub, Market vendors, cultural activities, more. tickets: daily admission charge or $25 for a three day pass.

September 17-19, 2010 (fri-sun): Harvest Gathering - in Lake City (Northwest Michigan).
official website: www.roughdraftdesigns.com/harvestgathering
4399 N 7 Mile Rd, Lake City, MI 49651. music on 3 stages all week-end long beginning @ 5:00 PM Friday, kids area with activities or performances every hour from 11 AM - 8 PM Sat & Sun, 3-on-3 basketball tourney, disc golf course, home cooked local organic food, free water. Prices of admission are SUGGESTED DONATIONS, $50 suggested donation for the weekend.

September 17-19 2010 (fri-sun): FallFest Bluegrass Festival - in Lowell (West Michigan)
official information on: www.wmbma.org/events.html | Fallfest 2010 info
15th Annual. Music Festival is put on by the West Michigan Bluegrass Music Association (W.M.B.M.A.), held at the Kent County Fairgrounds. Regional and local bands, Band scramble, Free instrument workshops. tickets range from $5 to $25, camping available.

September 24-25, 2010 (fri-sat): Oktoberfest West Michigan - in Grand Rapids (West MI).
official website: www.oktoberfestwestmichigan.com
Free Admission, free parking, held at John Ball Park, put on by the Edelweiss Club. German music, dancing, authentic German food, beer tent, hosting the largest known Alphorn Ensamble in the US, and more.

September 25, 2010 (sat): Mike Vial CD Release Show - at Cleary's Pub in Howell.
location: 117 Grand River, Howell, MI. 48843. All ages, 8pm-Midnight. Mike Vial is a singer-songwriter from Howell. more information and advance tickets available from his website www.mikevial.com

TBA 2010 (thu-sun): Mt. Clemens Music Fest - in Mount Clemens, north of Detroit. more than 100 bands performing at 10 venues.
no official website... Search Google for Updates

TBA 2010 (fri-sat): Roscommon Oktoberfest - in Roscommon (northern lower peninsula).
official information: www.roscommonrotary.com/oktoberfest.htm
Bands, beer tent, food and Texas Hold Em at the K of C Hall, $5 entry fee.

TBA (sat): Annual Fall Fundraiser for WHFR-FM - in Dearborn (west side of Detroit).
All proceeds go to WHFR FM 89.3 which programs Alternative Variety, music little heard elsewhere on Detroit area radio stations.

Michigan 50's Festival - Permanently Cancelled [info]. Former annual event for 20 years, last one in 2009 in Novi.

2010? Ann Arbor Blues and Jazz Festival in Ann Arbor.
official website: www.a2bluesjazz.org
2008 and 2009 cancelled, was an annual festival. (founded in 1969).

September 29 – October 2, 2010: (wed-sat): Edgefest - in Ann Arbor.
official information on: www.kerrytownconcerthouse.com
Annual Jazz and Creative Music festival. Edgefest events take place at several venues. Concerts were scheduled so festival goers could experience all shows at all venues. Reservations accepted for individual concerts and a festival wide "Edgepass" for admission to all shows was available.

October 2, 2010: (sat): 25th Annual Michigan State Championship Old-Time Fiddlers Contest - in New Boston (southwest of Detroit). official information: www.huronapplefest.com/fiddlerscontest.php
Starts 10am. Contestants must play a waltz, a schottische, a jig and a reel in a manner suitable to Michigan old-time dancing. Contestants will be judged on tempo/timing. intonation, expression and repertoire. Non-refundable $10 entry fee. $300 First Prize. Annual contest is part of the Huron Township Applefest.

October 2-3, 2010: (sat-sun): Love Shine for Autism Benefit Festival - at Willow Ranch in Lacota (West MI).
official website: www.loveshinefest.org
Love Shine Festival is a benefit festival to raise money for children with autism. This will be a two-day event featuring bands on both days and free overnight camping. Event supports the National Autism Association - Chicago Chapter, and Soaring Eagle Academy. tickets $50 per person.

TBA 2010 (fri-sat): 11th Annual Motor City Blues & Boogie Woogie Festival - at Callahan's in Auburn Hills (northwest of Detroit). official information: www.amrf.net
Put on by the American Music Research Foundation whose purpose is capturing artists on video, both in performance and interviews, to be retained in their archives for historical purposes and to create programs for public television. Tickets last year were $35 each night for general admission, $75 VIP tickets, cash bar.

TBA 2010: (sun): Michigan State Polka Music Hall of Fame - Fall Banquet, Induction & Dance - in Owosso (Mid-MI, west of Flint). Held at the Z.C.B.J. Hall, 1775 Owosso St, Owosso, MI. Open to the public. Admission in 2009 was $20 per person.

TBA 2010: Detroit Black Music Awards (DBMA) - 1st Annual was held on Sunday October 11, 2009 at Bert's Warehouse Theater, 2739 Russell St. (Eastern Market Place). Tickets $20, VIP $40. Misty Love is the president of the DBMA. 2009 promo video

TBA 2010 (sun): PolkaFest - in Troy at the The American Polish Cultural Center. Advance Tickets $15 per-person, at the Door $18 per-person.

TBA 2010 (fri): Zombie Dance Party - at the Magic Stick music bar in Detroit, located at 4120-4140 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, phone 313-833-9700. Party's sixth year, ages 21+, bands plus djs. Dressing up as a zombie is highly recommended. Admission $10. info at www.myspace.com/zombiedanceparty

TBA 2010 (sat): International Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Museum Induction and Awards - in Detroit. official websites: www.igmhf.org and www.myspace.com/igmhf
13th Annual Induction and Awards Celebration held at the Max M. Fisher Music Center. Tickets are $75 in advance and $100 at the door. To purchase tickets call 313-592-0017 or visit www.igmhf.org.

All four Saturdays of November 2010: Phoenix Productions Battle of the Bands at Creative 360 in Midland.
Entry and ticket info on: www.thosephoenixproductions.com
12 bands compete to win $1000 cash prize, studio time and more! Creative 360, 1517 Bayliss St., Midland (Mid-MI)

TBA 2010: Annual Lamb's Retreat for Songwriters in Harbor Springs (northwest tip of lower peninsula). official website: www.springfed.org/Songwriters.html
15th Annual, presented by Springfed Arts.

November 6, 2010 (sat): Michigan Competing Band Association State Championship - in Detroit at Ford Field. High School Marching bands, Drum & Bugle Corps style bands in four MCBA Flights of Competition. Tickets are available the day of the event at Ford Field, Cash Only. info on MCBA website

TBA 2010 (thur): Royal Oak Music Festival in Royal Oak (just north of Detroit). multiple venues. details

TBA 2010: Urban Organic Music/Art Festival in Detroit.
official website: www.urban-organic.net
Annual multi-venue music and art festival celebrating positive, emerging, and progressive soul and hip-hop artists from around the world. several fest events charge admission.

TBA 2010 (friday): Do You Hear What I Hear? Santa Claus is Coming To Town so Have a Holly Jolly Christmas, Deck The Halls, Roast Chestnuts on an Open Fire, and don't Get Run Over By a Reindeer! Merry Christmas to all my fellow Michigan residents and to everyone around the world.

TBA 2010 (sat): Annual Holiday Blues Showcase - at Memphis Smoke in Royal Oak. 100 S Main St., Royal Oak, MI 48067. ph# 248-543-4300. Proceeds benefit the Motor City Music Foundation / Detroit Music Awards (DMA).

December 31st: Enjoy Great Party Music at New Year's Eve Parties throughout all Michigan!
To find most New Year's Eve Parties, see your local paper or local community website.

National Music Artists 2010 Concert Dates at Major Venues in Michigan

Dates are scheduled dates, subject to change without notice. Artists Listed Alphabetically.
Tour Stops and Special Concerts. Info added when supplied by e-mail (basic info, no descriptions).
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For tickets and venue information, use links to venue websites. click → Major Venues

Metro Detroit - Ann Arbor - Southeast Michigan Concerts         also see other areas

More Detroit Concerts - Blondies Promotion Page

Other Areas of Michigan - National Artists Concerts

MAJOR VENUES  –  LARGE VENUES AND SPECIALITY CONCERT HALLS IN MICHIGAN

Blondies Nightclub – in Detroit.
2281 W Fort St, Detroit, MI 48216. known for rock, metal, goth.

Chene Park Entertainment Center – in Detroit.
2600 Atwater Street, Detroit, MI 48207 (Detroit Riverfront). 313-393-0292.

Comerica Park (home of the Detroit Tigers) – in Detroit.
2100 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201 (Downtown). map directions parking

Detroit Opera House (home of the Michigan Opera Theatre)
1526 Broadway, Detroit, MI 48226. 313-961-3500.

DTE Energy Music Theatre (formerly Pine Knob) – in Clarkston (northwest of Detroit).
7774 Sashabaw Rd, Clarkston, MI 48348. map directions parking

Emerald Theatre – in Mount Clemens (northeast of Detroit).
31 N Walnut Street, Mt Clemens, MI 48043. 586-913-1920.

Fillmore Detroit (The Fillmore Detroit, formerly known as the State Theatre).
2115 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201 (Downtown). 313-961-5451. myspace

Fox Theatre - in Detroit.
2211 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201 (Downtown). map directions parking

Harpos - in Detroit.
14238 Harper, Detroit, MI (located at I-94 and Chalmers). 313-824-1700.

Joe Louis Arena (a.k.a. JLA, The Joe, home of the Detroit Red Wings) - in Detroit.
600 Civic Center Drive, Detroit, MI 48226 (Downtown Detroit Riverfront). map directions parking

Kerrytown Concert House - in Ann Arbor. known for intimate classical and jazz concerts.
415 North Forth Ave, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104. 734-769-2999.

Lexington Music Theatre – in Lexington. East MI, lower right part of the Thumb.
7318 Huron Ave, Lexington, MI 48450-9263. 1-877-4LEXMTC.

Magic Bag - in Ferndale (just north of Detroit)

Magic Stick (part of the Majestic Theatre complex) - in Detroit.
4120-4140 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI (directions on website). ph# 313-833-9700.

Majestic Theatre (and The Majestic Entertainment Center) - in Detroit.
4120-4140 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI (directions on website). ph# 313-833-9700.

Meadow Brook Music Festival - in Rochester Hills (north of Detroit).
3554 Walton Blvd, Rochester Hills, MI 48309. On the campus of Oakland University, Walton Blvd at Adams Rd.

Phoenix Plaza Amphitheater - in Downtown Pontiac (north of Detroit).
10 Water Street, Pontiac, MI 48342. 248-758-3935.

Royal Oak Music Theatre - in Royal Oak (just north of Detroit).
318 W. Fourth Street, Royal Oak, MI 48067. 248-399-2980.

Sound Board (concert room inside Motor City Casino) - in Detroit.
2901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI 48201 (near Downtown). map and directions

Saint Andrews Hall - in Downtown Detroit.
431 East Congress, Detroit, MI 48226. 313-961-6358.

The Ark - in Ann Arbor. known for acoustic shows.
316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. office 734-761-1800. myspace

The Machine Shop - in Flint.
3539 S. Dort Hwy, Flint, MI 48507.

The Palace of Auburn Hills - in Auburn Hills (northwest of Detroit).
6 Championship Drive, Auburn Hills MI 48326 (located at I-75 and Lapeer Road). 248-377-0100. map directions parking

Trinity House Theatre - in Livonia (west of Detroit).
38840 W. Six Mile, Livonia, MI 48152-2605 (northwest corner of I-275 and 6 Mile). 734-464-6302

Van Andel Arena - Grand Rapids (West MI)

CONCERT SERIES AND MUSIC SERIES Throughout Michigan

MAMA's Coffee House Concert Series - in Bloomfield Hills. It's a nonprofit organization and a production of Michigan Acoustic Musicians Alliance (MAMA) and Birmingham Unitarian Church. Has open mic, General admission usually $12.

Creative 360 Outdoor Music and Art Series 2010 produced by Phoenix Productions - Saturdays, 1 to 5pm, Free Admission. May 22nd, June 19th, July 17th, Aug 28th. Located at 1517 Bayliss St, Midland, MI 48640. Features some of the area's best acoustic musicians performing live in our new outdoor pavilion. July 17th has a blood drive.

4th Fridays at Campus Martius Park - Downtown Detroit. concerts and showcases, 4th Friday of July and August 2010.

Jazz Cafe Discovery Series - Ongoing - presents new and emerging Jazz talent from the metropolitan Detroit area.

White Crow Conservatory of Music - in Saginaw. Annual Main Concert Season (five days a week) runs from Sept thru May. It also has workshops and full day festivals throughout the year. wccm on myspace

Chamber Music Series at the Scarab Club - in Detroit. Annual, September through June.

Blues Heritage Concert sreies at the Scarab Club - in Detroit. Two concert dates each year.

Plymouth Music in the Park - Annual. Wednesdays during summer in Kellogg Park.

Flint Music in the Parks 2010 - Annual. Four Free Concerts, July 1, July 22, July 29, August 20.

Manitou Music Festival Concert Series - Annual in July & August, in the Northwest Lower Peninsula. various types of music, tickets around $15 each concert.

Bach Festival of Kalamazoo Concert Series - in Kalamazoo (Southwest MI). Annual, 63rd Season 2009/2010. on website click calendar for upcoming dates and information.

Michigan 50's Festival michigan50sfestival.org/home.php - has been permanently cancelled. Last and 21st Annual was in 2008 in Novi.

Sky Festivals (electronic, jazz, etc.) in West Michigan www.skysfestivals.com - website not updated since 2009 (checked 6-6-2010).

Ann Arbor Blues and Jazz Festival - Cancelled Till Further Notice. website: www.a2bluesjazz.org - Founded in 1969, was held almost annually. Due to lack of funding, last one held in 2007.

Cornstock Music Festival - in Scotts (Southwest MI) - EVENT STATUS UNKNOWN www.cornstockmusicfest.com

The Potato Extravaganza - in the Port Huron/Thumb area. website: www.myspace.com/thepotatoextravaganza - last in 2008, had over 20 Michigan bands.

Silver Maple Music Festival - in Comstock Park (West MI). former website: www.silvermaplemusicfestival.com

MME - Metro Music Expo - may no longer exist. www.metromusicexpo.com is gone, www.myspace.com/metromusicexpo hasn't been updated since early 2009.

Mackinac Music Festival on Mackinac Island - may no longer exist. 4th Annual was in 2008, website www.mackinacartscouncil.org hasn't been updated since.

Detroit News Teen Battle of the Bands - no longer exists, contact the Detroit News for info. It was an annual competition for 13 to 18 year olds who are in Metro Detroit bands of all genres, 10 to 12 bands in the finals, $10,000 worth of prizes.
former web page with general information: Battle of the Bands - Previous Years

Michigan Neighbors Having Music Events

July 16-18, 2010: Bluesfest International - Annual event in Windsor & London Ontario, Canada (across from Detroit).

September 17-18, 2010 (fri-sat): Jazz In The Village - in Sarnia, Canada (across from Port Huron). Annual charity fundraiser for Sarnia Organ Donor's Awareness Group. Local jazz musicians and out-of-town guest groups. tickets $20 to $45 in Canadian Dollars.

Deadlines for Applications and Submissions To Perform Music at Events in Michigan

Sterlingfest Art & Music Fair - Deadline is usually before April 17th. Annual 3-Day event in Sterling Heights (north of Detroit) is held on the last weekend in July.

Dirt Fest - Deadline is usually before June 30th. Annual event held at Birch Run Expo Center (north of Flint) around August 2nd. Lots of bands, 4 stages, MANY different styles of music.

Arts, Beats & Eats - Deadline is usually before March 30th. Annual big-time festival held in Pontiac (north of Detroit) features over 200 music performances every Labor Day weekend.

Dally in the Alley - Deadline is before end of July. Send press packet along with contact information. Annual music/art event held in Detroit in early Sept.

Flint Area and Genesee County Music Events - 2010 list includes dates, descriptions, event links.

Detroit Concerts - their music events and competitions at venues such as St. Andrews Hall in Detroit, Pike Room and The Eagle Theatre in Pontiac, more.

Detroit Area Blues Events - throughout the year. one continually updated page of event dates, location, artists, and contact info listed by the Detroit Blues Society (DBS). also see DBS Official Events.

West Michigan Country.com - a one stop site for infomation on country events, artist, venues, radio, and west Michigan country news.

Northern Michigan Music Festivals - northern lower peninsula and the U.P., includes overviews and links to info.

U.P.Bands.com - their list of festivals includes all of the upper peninsula and northern Wisconson.

Leelanau County Events and Music Events (Northwest Lower Peninsula, just north of Traverse City)

Fusicology List of Detroit Events - underground, house, freestyle, soul ...

Frankenmuth Festivals - in Frankenmuth (Mid-MI). [future dates].

Cranbrook Music Guild - in Bloomfield Hills. classical/chamber music. subscriptions $100-$150, single tickets $30.